Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study Program (YES)

The Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) Program was established by the U.S. Department of State in October, 2002 to provide scholarships for high school students (15-18.5 years) to spend up to one academic year in the U.S. The program is vital to expanding communication between the people of the United States and its partner countries in the program, in order to promote mutual understanding and respect. Students live with a host family, attend a U.S. high school, engage in activities to learn about American society and values, acquire leadership skills, and help educate Americans about their countries and cultures.

The program supports students with disabilities and encourages their participation.

YES SCHOLARS WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

Live with an American family

Study at a U.S. high school

Participate in a youth leadership training program

Experience U.S. culture and society first hand

Improve their English

Make new friends

Help Americans learn about Jordan and Jordanian culture

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Be a Jordanian citizen

Be at least 15 years old and no older than 18.5 by August 1st, 2017

Be currently enrolled in the 9th or 10th Grade

Have an overall grade of at least “B” (80%) in all academic subjects for the past three years

Have an overall grade of at least “B+” (85%) in English for the past three years

Meet a minimum English proficiency requirement, which will be measured by a test

Demonstrate flexibility and a commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding

Should not be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or previous applicant for immigration to the U.S.

YES SCHOLARSHIPS COVER ALL MAJOR EXPENSES, INCLUDING:

Airfare

Room and board

Health insurance

Pocket money

Educational supplies

Compeleted applications must be delivered in person to the AMIDEAST/Jordan office by November 20, 2016!